Product classification
HS code for Cruiser motorcycle: 8711.40
Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles, fitted with auxiliary motor, internal combustion piston engine of cylinder capacity exceeding 500cc but not exceeding 800cc, with or without sidecars, side-cars.
Classification of cruiser motorcycle under HS 8711.40
A cruiser motorcycle with an engine displacement between 500cc and 800cc is classified under HS code 8711.40. This classification is determined by Heading 8711, which covers motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles fitted with an auxiliary motor, with or without sidecars. The subheadings within 8711 are organized primarily by the type of engine and the cylinder capacity. For motorcycles powered by a reciprocating internal combustion piston engine, the capacity is the deciding factor. Subheading 8711.40 specifically applies to engines with a cylinder capacity exceeding 500cc but not exceeding 800cc. While "cruiser" is a commercial term describing a specific style of motorcycle characterized by a low seat height and feet-forward riding position, the HS system does not distinguish between styles like cruisers, sportbikes, or touring bikes. Instead, it focuses on the technical specifications of the engine. This ensures a uniform classification regardless of the motorcycle's aesthetic design. The inclusion of sidecars does not change the heading, provided the primary vehicle meets the displacement criteria. This code is vital for determining import duties, which often increase with engine size, and for ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations specific to mid-range engine capacities.
- Covers
- 650cc cruiser motorcycles
- 750cc mid-size motorcycles
- Motorcycles with 500cc to 800cc engines
- Cruisers with sidecars (501-800cc)
- Internal combustion motorcycles within the 501-800cc range
- Also under 8711.40
- Honda CB650R
- Kawasaki Ninja 650
- Yamaha MT-07
- Suzuki V-Strom 650
- BMW F 750 GS
Codes often confused with 8711.40
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs when a motorcycle is placed in 8711.30 (250cc to 500cc) or 8711.50 (exceeding 800cc) due to incorrect engine displacement data. Another error involves electric motorcycles, which are classified under 8711.60 regardless of their power output, as they do not have an internal combustion piston engine. Additionally, off-road vehicles like ATVs are sometimes confused with motorcycles but are classified under 8703.
Top exporters and importers of HS 871140 (the code used for cruiser motorcycle), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 871140 (the code used for cruiser motorcycle) in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 13% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 871140, not only cruiser motorcycle.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Japan $1.4B 39% of world exports
- 2 China $573M 16% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $473M 13% of world exports
World total: $3.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $497M 13% of world imports
- 2 United States $479M 12% of world imports
- 3 France $375M 9.7% of world imports
World total: $3.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for cruiser motorcycle
Brazil classifies cruiser motorcycle under NCM 8711.40.00: HS 8711.40 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cruiser motorcycle
What is the HS code for Cruiser motorcycle?
The HS code for Cruiser motorcycle is 871140 (Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles; fitted with auxiliary motor, internal combustion piston engine of cylinder capacity exceeding 500cc but not exceeding 800cc, with or without sidecars; side-cars).
How do I classify Cruiser motorcycle for customs?
Cruiser motorcycle is classified under HS code 871140 — Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles; fitted with auxiliary motor, internal combustion piston engine of cylinder capacity exceeding 500cc but not exceeding 800cc, with or without sidecars; side-cars. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for a 750cc cruiser?
A 750cc cruiser is classified under HS code 8711.40 because its engine displacement falls between 500cc and 800cc.
Are electric cruisers classified under 8711.40?
No, electric motorcycles are classified under HS code 8711.60, as 8711.40 is specifically for internal combustion piston engines.
Which countries are the top exporters of cruiser motorcycle (HS 871140)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 871140 (the code used for cruiser motorcycle) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($1.4B, 39% of world exports), China ($573M) and Thailand ($473M). World exports came to about $3.6B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of cruiser motorcycle (HS 871140)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 871140 (the code used for cruiser motorcycle) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($497M, 13% of world imports), the United States ($479M) and France ($375M). World imports came to about $3.9B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Cruiser motorcycle the same in all countries?
The base HS code 871140 for Cruiser motorcycle is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for cruiser motorcycle in Brazil?
In Brazil, cruiser motorcycle (HS 871140) is classified under NCM 8711.40.00.